On The Jake Feinberg Show (radio) and in Facebook Lives, Jake Feinberg has now conducted over 2,000 interviews with “The Cats”—popular musicians across the spectrum from rock to jazz, R&B to folk, pop to country, bluegrass to fusion. Jake’s unique interviewing style puts musicians at their ease and inspires them to reflect candidly on topics familiar or unexpected. The Cats tell little stories, muse about life, uncover aspects of the music business, dig deep into overcoming adversity, revel in camaraderie, and open their souls. You will never see musicians in the same light again.... Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jake-feinberg/support

Prolific songwriter talks about his life story and how (through his experiences) he encourages younger cats to rise up as young artists in Gary, IN.

Prolific musician talks about leaving his rote existence in the science lab and developing his chops as a drummer in country bands and organ trios in Denver.

Versatile singer and rapper talks about his newest collaboration with his wife Chandra and how he wants to bring more uplifting messages to rap music.

Fearless young bass player talks about moving to NYC and incorporating his instrument and sound into various live and studio settings.

Native of Lafeyette, LA talks about how his songs emanate from the loss of the people closest to him in his life and how he uses these songs as a form of perseverance.

Multi-racial drummer and sonic innovator talks about the early support he received from his parents and the various musical projects he is involved with meant to raise the collective vibration of our society.

Band Leader who comes from a deep musical lineage talks about touring in the modern era and how he curates his shows based on the venue and type of audience he may have on that particular night.

Iconic Bay Area drummer talks about playing with Sonny Simmons and moving to New York and falling in with all the avant-garde cats before returning to Oakland and becoming a formidable producer and advocate for the music.

Legendary East Bay musician, educator and advocate talks about his early roots in RnB and Jazz and how he has tried to play a role in extending the lineage of modern music.

Further discussion of her ubiquitous music career and what she determines as effective leadership on the bandstand.

Brilliant and ebullient bassist talks about being raised in a musical family and playing in a jazz trio format with her father and brother growing up in Orinda. A frank discussion about the realities of becoming a full-time professional musician.

Blazing keyboardist and member of Rado talks about the evolution of the band's sound and his own individual voice.

Frontman for Rado talks about the evolution of the band's sound through "Pocket Therapy." Still looking for my socks...

Inventive guitar wizard talks about influences like Les Paul, Wes Montgomery and his latest album revolving around Action Park in New Jersey.

Gifted double bassist talks about the intangibles that he learned from playing live consistently in D.C. and how he creates music that feels right and inspires him.

Singer songwriter who grew up in a musical family, talks about his decision to move from Austin to Los Angeles in furtherance of pursuing his most authentic self.

Musician and filmmaker talks about the meaning behind his songs and how he has tried to use adversity to become more resilient as a creator.

Thai musician talks about transforming his musical acumen from a hobby to a livelihood.

Legendary Australian multi-instrumentalist talks about playing jazz gigs with Mike Nock and taking his musical aptitude in a myriad of different directions always seeking original song and sound.

Magical drummer talks about playing double drums with Phil Collins and his dedication to learning authentic ethnic rhythms regardless of genre.

Continued discussion of a hallmark music career including his time spent with Tommy Bolin, CSN and Jaco!

Comprehensive conversation about the profound impact of Bruce Arnold and his band Orpheus on American music as told by his son.

Genre defying bass player talks about his early musical roots growing up in Long Island.

Decorated trombonist talks about cutting his teeth on the bandstand with the Tommy Dorsey band and Woody Herman. Meet "The Crimson Slide"

Profound beat maker, producer and DJ talks about building tracks organically and turning them into songs and setlists that continue to inspire people.

Inspiring musician, engineer, producer and jingle writer talks about all the different tributaries of his iconic musical life.

Continual discussion of how to create organic spiritual music in isolation or on the bandstand.

Multi-dimensional creator talks about the dynamics of intimate relationships in her life and how she is merely a conduit for the information that comes through her as an artist.

Long Island born musician talks about getting his engineering chops together at San Francisco State and eventually creating great sound for so many seminal albums at Westlake Studios and beyond.

Cosmic musician talks about the peaks and valleys of his music career and how he has cut above the pack by being singular and unwavering in his artistic POV.

Young guitarist and band leader talks about gratitude and perseverance as we enter a new year.

Stalwart soul singers from Cincinnati talk about the fertile scene that existed in the 1970's and the ups and downs of the music business.

Gifted multi-instrumentalist talks about how he has learned to channel all his life experiences into his music to find his own sound and style.

Brilliant guitarist talks about getting introduced to jazz at The University of Miami and turning that into a career on the bandstand.

Versatile bassist talks about transitioning from guitar to electric bass and playing west coast cosmic country music in the 1970's.

Gypsy guitarist talks about the ancient origins of Flamenco guitar and the timeless feel of playing with masters of music.

Goddess of the earth talks about her Native American and Southern Black ancestral roots and how that lineage has turned her into a spiritual seeker and inclusive musician.

Dynamic fusion band incorporating elements of the middle islands and New Orleans talk about their intentions for making inspiring community-based music.

Bass player from Vallejo, CA talks about the evolution of his sound and being a founding memeber of the band Con Funk Shun.

Multi-dimensional painter and healer talks about finding peace and purpose in this life by overcoming adversity and tapping into her ancestral lineage.

Alabama born singer and bandleader talks about the relationship he had with his late father, being a non-conformist in a conservative southern community and different opportunities he has to play music for people including at The Frog Pond. *photo by Chad Edwards

Ebullient drummer talks about his current collaboration with son Jano and how satisfied he is with the arc of his storied career.

Self-taught drummer talks about his unique style and how that lent itself to playing different styles and forms of music throughout his decorated career.

Legendary trumpeter, producer and band leader talks about everyone and everything in his illustrious career.

Songstress and multi-faceted creative talks about her connection to the divine and how she has learned to trust her instinct and intuition when writing material or working in the studio.

Prolific, blues-based drummer talks about his early influences in the Fresno scene where he grew up and all the legends he has played with since he relocated to Las Vegas.

Singer and band leader talks about her early experiences with the divine and navigating creative control as a female within the music racket.

Dynamic hip hop artist talks about owning his own truth in this life and channeling that mission within his music.

Prolific rhythm maker talks about his concept of time and how he integrates that within different musical contexts including Guava Tree.

Conduit to the divine talks about the songs that have come through her since she was a young girl growing up in Nigeria.

A couple of musical brothers talk about the first iteration of 3rd Borough and their intentions going forward in its newest configuration.